NHTSA recall 24V-704 (24V704000)
engine and engine cooling recall reported September 20, 2024 - about 27,190 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 24V704000
- Also written as
- 24V-704
- Manufacturer number
- 2024100007
- Reported
- September 20, 2024
- Vehicles affected
- ~27,190
- Component
- engine and engine cooling
What is being recalled
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 S580, and Maybach S580 vehicles. In the event of a mechanical failure in the engine Camtronic system, the engine control unit (ECU) software may cause the engine to overheat or stall.
Why it is dangerous
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, an engine that overheats can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 15, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on November 15, 2024, January 10, 2025, and February 21, 2025. Owners can contact Mercedes-Benz Customer Service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024100007.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 24V-704 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.